COME TO LIFE / Visitor Directory TRINIDAD ATTRACTIONS TRINIDAD HISTORY MUSEUM Explore Trinidad’s past and place in the American West. Complex includes 1870s adobe Baca House, 1882 Victorian-style Bloom Mansion, Santa Fe Trail Museum and Historic Gardens. trinidad historymuseum.org, jeff.johnson@state.co.us, 719-846-7217, 312 E. Main St., Trinidad 81082 MONTANEROS IN VAIL In Lionshead Village, this boutique residence lodge provides the amenities of a hotel. One-to four-bedroom residences, saltwa-ter pool and hot tubs, complimentary parking and internet access, steps from shops, restaurants, gondola and activities. bit.ly/ColoradoCom_Montaneros_ Overview, reservations@montaneros.com, 970-476-2491, 800-444-8245, 641 W. Lionshead Cir., Vail 81657 G r m Newly renovated! Featuring spacious 2-to 4-bedroom condominium rent-als in a convenient Lionshead location just steps from the gondola. Amenities include full kitchens, indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, steam room, saunas and fitness facility. vailspa.com, vailspa@eastwestresorts. com, 970-476-0882, 866-966-1868, 710 W. Lionshead Cir., Vail 81657 G E p r m $$$–$$$$ Hotel Talisa, Vail’s newest luxury hotel, debuting after a multimillion-dollar reno-vation, offers 285 new accommodations plus vacation residences and a premier ski-in/ski-out offering with an on-site ski lift, ski concierge and alpine experiences. hotetalisa.com, reservations@hoteltalisa.com, 800-420-2424, 1300 Westhaven Dr., Vail 81657 G H F $$$$ Private Residences in Lionshead; studio, one to five bedrooms, underground parking, front desk and on-site manager, on-site restaurant, pet friendly. thelionvail. com, rentals@thelionvail.com, 705 W. Lionshead Cir., Vail 81657 G E F r m U $$$$ The Sebastian – Vail, A Timbers Resort ®, is Vail’s most stylish boutique hotel. Located in the heart of Vail Village, at The Sebastian you’ll find everything is fresh and distinctive — a conflu-ence of approachable chic and high-mountain com-fort. thesebastianvail.com, groups@thesebastianvail. com, 970-444-5623, 866-684-4785, 16 Vail Rd., Vail 81657 G E H F r U $$$$ Excellent guest service and comfortable accommodations are hallmarks of the Sitzmark Lodge. This family-owned and operated hotel is in the heart of Vail Village. Relax by the outdoor heated pool and hot tub; enjoy free parking, breakfast and no extra fees. sitzmarklodge.com, sitzmark@sitzmark lodge.com, 970-476-5001, 888-476-5001, 183 E. Gore Creek Dr., Vail 81657 G E K F p r Only resort in Vail on more than 20 acres. A true Colorado experience. 1-to 3-bedroom condos and townhomes combined with unmatched complimentary amenities offer a distinctive mountain retreat at an exceptional value. All about family, fun and friends! vailracquetclub.com, sales@vailracquetclub.com, 970-476-4840, 800-428-4840, 4695 Vail Racquet Club Dr., Vail 81657 G E F p r m $$ RECREATION LATHROP STATE PARK Nestled in the shadow of the Spanish Peaks, this park offers a gentle climate, 103 campsites, fishing, waterskiing, golfing, hiking and great views of the nearby mountain ranges. cpw.state.co.us/places togo/parks/lathrop, lathrop.park@state.co.us, 719-738-2376, 800-678-2267, 70 C.R. 502, Walsenburg 81089 H U VAIL SPA CONDOMINIUMS WESTMINSTER HOTELS/MOTELS COMFORT SUITES – WESTMINSTER All-suite hotel offering spacious rooms with microfridge, coffeemaker, iron/ board, blow dryer, indoor pool and hot tub, free WiFi and free breakfast. choicehotels.com/colorado/ westminster/comfort-suites-hotels/co734, gm.co734@ choicehotels.com, 303-429-5500, 12085 Delaware St., Westminster 80234 E H J K r m $ HOTELS/MOTELS QUALITY INN TRINIDAD The Quality Inn hotel is conve-niently located at the base of Raton Pass on I-25 near Trinidad Lake State Park, Trinidad State Junior College, Purgatoire River and the Spanish Peaks. choiceho tels.com/colorado/trinidad/quality-inn-hotels/co184, 719-497-8000, 3125 Toupal Dr., Trinidad 81082 G E J K F r m HOTELS/MOTELS HOTEL TALISA, VAIL RECREATION QUALITY INN NORTHWEST The Comfort Inn Northwest is TRINIDAD LAKE STATE PARK Close to Trinidad, with fishing, hiking and boating. Enjoy 73 campsites, electricity, showers, laundry, group shelters. The ideal hub for exploring scenic southern Colorado. cpw.state.co.us/ placestogo/parks/trinidadlake, trinidad.lake@state. co.us, 719-846-6951, 32610 Hwy. 12, Trinidad 81082 H U THE LION New luxury development opening early 2017. TWIN LAKES LODGES/CABINS MOUNT ELBERT LODGE AND CABINS With roomy house-keeping cabins and lodge rooms, we offer mountain vacations as relaxing or adventurous as you are. Enjoy fishing, hiking, sightseeing and winter activities at the base of Colorado’s highest peak. Make a cabin your home away from home. mount-elbert.com, info@ mount-elbert.com, 719-486-0594, 800-381-4433, 10764 E. State Hwy. 82, Twin Lakes 81251 H J p r m located off Hwy. 36 between Denver and Boulder. The hotel is minutes from Pepsi Center, Flatiron Crossing Mall and Denver Zoo. Spacious guest rooms that include flatpanel HD TVs. Indoor heated pool, hot tub and fitness center. choicehotels.com/colorado/westminster/ quality-inn-hotels/co200, gm.co200@choicehotels.com, 303-428-3333, 877-424-6423, 8500 Turnpike Dr., Westminster 80031 E J K r m U $ WHEAT RIDGE HOTELS/MOTELS COMFORT INN – WHEAT RIDGE Indoor pool/spa, free deluxe continental breakfast, exercise room, guest laundry, lobby computer. Rooms include free local calls, cable/HBO, refrigerators, free wireless internet. choicehotels.com/colorado/wheat-ridge/comfort-inn-hotels/co157, gm.co157@choicehotels.com, 303-422-6346, 800-424-6463, 10200 W. I-70 Service Rd. S., Wheat Ridge 80033 E J K r U THE SEBASTIAN – VAIL VAIL ASSOCIATIONS/CHAMBERS VAIL Vail is known as a world-class winter resort, but after the snow melts, a vibrant summer destination emerges. Experience family adventures, Epic Discovery activities, cultural performances, events, culinary delights and a quaint village this summer. vail.com, 970-496-4910, 888-500-5155, Vail 81658 The Antlers enjoys a fantastic location on Gore Creek facing Vail Mountain. A spec-tacular creekside pool and hot tubs headline an impres-sive list of amenities including free WiFi, parking, ski valet. Fully equipped studios up to four-bedroom condos. antlersvail.com, info@antlersvail.com, 970-476-2471, 800-258-8617, 680 Lionshead Pl., Vail 81657 G E H J p r m There are several pleasant choices for high-energy recreation and high-profile relaxation! Whether it’s skiing, snowmobiling, swimming or biking, there is always a glamorous thrill surrounding the lively year-round activities at the resort. aspenatstreamsidevail.com, reservations@vriresorts. com, 970-476-7985, 866-469-8222, 2244 S. Frontage Rd. W., Vail 81657 G E r $$$–$$$$ Cedar at Streamside is a perfect escape amid the beauty of the Colorado high country. Luxurious accommodations and a host of world-class resort amenities with dining, recreation and shopping in Vail for a memorable vacation experience. cedarstreamside.com, reservations@vriresorts.com, 970-476-7985, 866-469-8222, 2244 S. Frontage Rd., Vail 81657 G The best ski-in/ski-out location in Vail! Located at the gondola in Lionshead Village, we offer hotel rooms, 1-to 5-bedroom condos, pool, hot tubs, restaurant, concierge, fitness room, daily housekeeping, com-plimentary parking and internet access. bit.ly/ ColoradoCom_LSL_Overview, reservations@lionsquare. com, 970-476-2281, 800-525-5788, 660 W. Lionshead Pl., Vail 81657 G E F r m Located at the base of Vail Mountain, only seconds from Vail’s restaurants and shops. Amenities include outdoor pool, gym and spa. Offering guests the choice of rooms or 1-to 3-bedroom condominiums. Breakfast and parking included during summer. lodgetower.com, info@lodgetower.com, 970-476-9530, 800-654-2517, 200 Vail Rd., Vail 81657 G E K r m THE SITZMARK LODGE WINTER PARK ASSOCIATIONS/CHAMBERS WINTER PARK-FRASER CHAMBER Some say a mountain town is a mountain town. That you can ski and hike any-where. Truth is, they’ve never experienced Winter Park: Colorado’s Favorite Playground hosts any mountain adventure you can imagine and even bigger smiles on the way home. playwinterpark.com, info@playwin terpark.com, 970-726-4118, 800-903-7275, 78841 US Hwy. 40, Winter Park 80482 VAIL RACQUET CLUB MOUNTAIN RESORT CONDOS/HOME RENTALS ANTLERS AT VAIL CONDOS/HOME RENTALS RESORT MANAGEMENT GROUP Resort Management RECREATION ASPEN AT STREAMSIDE SAGE OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Sage offers a unique and true backcounty experience in western Colorado. Enjoy the mountains with expert guides on 6,000 acres of private terrain. Explore the beauty of the valley by snow-mobile, ATV, horse, raft, kayak, fishing or clay shooting! sageoutdooradventures.com, info@sageoutdoor adventures.com, 970-476-3700, 641 W. Lionshead Cir. (summer), 17 Ranch Rd., Wolcott (winter), Vail 81657 views of the Gore Mountains, Vail’s only 18-hole course features unique fairways, smooth putting surfaces and a scenic layout amid the national forest. Don’t miss the new clubhouse and the Nordic ski and snowshoe trails in winter. vail.golf, info@vailrec.com, 970-479-2260, 1775 Sunburst Dr., Vail, CO, Vail 81657 F U $ Group manages a wide variety of vacation rentals in from ski-in/ski-out condos to private homes. We guar-antee the best rate when you book directly with us at WinterParkLodging.com. Your Colorado vacation starts with RMG! winterparklodging.com, info@rmgwest. com, 970-887-6030, 800-926-4386, 78491 US Hwy. 40, Suite B1, Winter Park 80482 G E J p r m accommodations that include condominiums, town-houses, cabins, private vacation homes. Amenities may include private hot tubs, swimming pools, workout facil-ities. Visit our site for weekly specials. staywinterpark. com?source=coloradocomadverzom, rentals@staywin terpark.com, 970-726-9421, 800-858-6019, 78415 US Hwy. 40, Winter Park 80482 G E J p r m U STAYWINTERPARK StayWinterPark offers mountain-resort CEDAR AT STREAMSIDE VAIL GOLF CLUB & NORDIC CENTER Highlighted by HOTELS/MOTELS LION SQUARE LODGE AT THE GONDOLA WALDEN RECREATION STATE FOREST STATE PARK The ultimate in rugged Colorado wilderness, 71,000 acres of forest, jagged peaks and alpine lakes. Features 158 campsites and 15 cabins and yurts are available for overnight stays. cpw.state. co.us/placestogo/parks/stateforest, state.forest@ state.o.us, 970-723-8366, 800-678-2267, 56750 Hwy. 14, Walden 80480 H BEST WESTERN ALPENGLO LODGE Conveniently located in downtown Winter Park. Walk to more than 25 restaurants/clubs and shopping. Free hot breakfast. Free WiFi, 37-inch flatscreen HDTVs, 14-per-son hot tub. On free resort shuttle route. On-site ski/ bike shop. Pet friendly. AAA rated. wplodging.com, kerry@wplodging.com, 970-726-8088, 888-726-8088, 78665 US Hwy. 40, Winter Park 80482 H J K p r m U RECREATION GRAND ADVENTURES SNOWMOBILE TOURS & RENTALS LODGE TOWER WALSENBURG ASSOCIATIONS/CHAMBERS WALSENBURG Walsenburg is the heart of Spanish Peaks Country, at the crossroads of southern I-25 and Hwys. 160 and 10. Historic downtown offers museums, shop-ping, dining, lodging and friendly people. Lathrop State Park is 3 minutes east of Main St. on Hwy. 160. SpanishPeaksCountry.com, info@spanishpeakscountry. com, 401 Main St., Suite 201, Walsenburg 81089 U Guided tours and unguided rentals in Winter Park, Fraser Valley and The Snowmobile Capital of Colorado — Grand Lake. Come ride the Divide: Tours top out at 12,000 feet with views of the entire Winter Park Resort. Trails for all levels. grandadventures.com, info@gran dadventures.com, 970-726-9247, 79303 US Hwy. 40, Winter Park 80482 $$ 214 / COLORADO.COM